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J-Startup

J-Startup

Chiyoda-ku, Tokyoj-startup.go.jp

Overview

J-Startup is an initiative by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) that cultivates the brightest of Japan's startups to succeed in the world market . The program aims to create winning startups in the global market and bring new value to the world . It concentrates both public and private resources to support startups with the highest potential .

Year Founded

2018

Portfolio Companies

2

Investments

J-Startup investments
CompanyDateStageLead
verbal and dialogueApr 2024SeedCo-investor
PLANTX Inc.Oct 2023AcceleratorCo-investor

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HeadquartersChiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Year Founded2018

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